Disability Awareness
ADD/ADHD FND PEN & Family STAR Collaboration
OnlineFND PEN is hosting a series of webinars with the Central Florida Autism Community on the last Thursday of every month. We will have a wide variety of topics related to special education, advocacy, and self-care. This month's webinar will be on Thursday, September 25th, 2022 from 8:30 pm till 9:30 pm on Zoom. Register in advance to join on […]
Preparing for Disasters: MANAGING YOUR FAMILY AND PERSONAL STRESS
ZoomPlanning for and surviving through a disaster can be stressful for both you and your family members. Learn tips for recognizing stress in this situation and how to manage those feelings. Resources will be shared. Registration required to receive zoom link. Please click below to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlduqsqz8jHNzpw_R1C8ttflXlZpDWnB9e
Understanding Government Benefits
OnlineLisa Math, Director of Family S.T.A.R. program of Family Network on Disabilities, will share information about Florida Medicaid. This knowledge will help you be better informed as a parent/caregiver of a loved one with a disability. Learn about the following: The Application Process Eligibility for Special Cases, Populations Other Medical Service Providers Navigating the Denial […]
Children’s Services Council of Broward County SNAC Block Party
Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 SW 5th Avenue, Fort LauderdaleThere will be something for everyone at this Special Needs Advisory Coalition Block Party at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Adaptability Station - Fashion Show - Music - Hand Cycles - Mindfulness - Shaking and Dancing - Acupressure - Zero Gravity Chairs - Raffles - Performances by our Featured Artists - Interactive stations […]
Understanding the Mental Health System
OnlineThis presentation will educate participants on the Mental Health system of care. Information about how the system works, the laws that protect individuals, how families are impacted by mental illness, statistics about mental health, and various resources are all included in this impactful workshop. Registration required: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E331320&id=300
Osceola County “An Evening with the Agencies”
Osceola Technical College 501 Simpson Rd, Kissimmee, FL, United StatesPrepare for the future! FREE Refreshments & Door Prizes! Workshops: Standard Diploma Deferral & 18 to 22-year-old transition options: Health Care Transition--Moving from Pediatric to Adult Health Services: Accessing Resources Available through Vocational Rehabilitation (VR): Overview of APD--Agency for Persons with Disabilities and more.... FREE EXHIBITS
Understanding Government Benefits-SSI & SSDI
OnlineLisa Math, Director of Family S.T.A.R. program of Family Network on Disabilities, will share information about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). This knowledge will help you be better informed as a parent/caregiver of a loved one with a disability. Learn about the following: The SSDI/SSI application processes Eligibility for Special […]
Supporting Youth: Navigating to Adult Healthcare
OnlineThis webinar is for Youth and their Parents/Caregivers to learn about transitioning from pediatric to adult healthcare! There are significant differences between adult and pediatric health care models. Pediatric care is family oriented and relies on parent involvement in decision making; adult care is guided by the patient and requires independent skills of the patients. […]
Making Connections
JAFCO 5100 N. Nob Hill Road, SunriseCALLING ALL STAFF SERVING THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN SOUTH FLORIDA! JOIN US FOR NETWORKING, SHARING PRACTICES, AND AGENCY PROGRAM OFFERINGS. Offered in collaboration with Children's Services Council of Broward County, Family Network on Disabilities, YMCA of South Florida and JAFCO. For more info contact Marissa Aquino, MS Research & Evaluation Manager, Children’s Services Council […]
Best Practices for Inclusion
Facebook LiveJeanne Petit, our parent training coordinator will present this workshop: This presentation will explore inclusive education, including the definition, key components, and evidence-based planning and instructional practices to promote meaningful access to a general education classroom" with "meaningful access to the least restrictive environment and peer relationships and support in inclusive classrooms. This event will […]
“The Day The Dinosaurs Came To Town” Living Through A Disaster
OnlineJoin us for a facilitated discussion about disaster preparedness and what it is really like for a family with children with special healthcare needs to live through and survive a catastrophic event. This presentation is part of the Florida Family Leaders Network's Spring Webinar Series in collaboration with Family Network on Disabilities and Early Steps. […]
Preparing for Disasters Series
OnlineThis four-part series of online workshops will teach you what you need to know to navigate the world of disasters and to make sure your family is safe. Families with loved ones with special needs especially need to be mindful of preparing for these situations and these workshops will help you do that. These presentations […]